MQ-9 Load Testing
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Army / 147 Attack Wing Base Contracting Office is soliciting quotes for MQ-9 Load Testing services under a Firm-Fixed-Price Contract. This opportunity is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside with a NAICS code of 811310 and a $12.5M size standard. Quotes are due by May 22, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST.
Purpose & Scope
This combined synopsis/solicitation seeks a contractor to provide all necessary plant, labor, tools, equipment, parts, supplies, and transportation for MQ-9 Load Testing. The primary objective is to load test specific equipment, specifically the TPE331-10 Engine Lift Fixture (J-Hook), upon delivery. The work includes pre-use and annual inspections, detailed load testing procedures (applying 1,384 ±138 pounds to the lifting clevis for 30 seconds), and Nondestructive Inspection (NDI) on welds. All work must adhere to the Performance Work Statement (PWS), associated specifications (1Q-9(M)A-2-4), and relevant building codes. The contractor is required to perform all work at their own place of business and complete it within fifteen (15) calendar days after receipt of equipment. Deliverables include all test equipment, labor, and a certificate or documentation of the test results.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price
- Period of Performance: Shall begin within 30 days after notice of award.
- Place of Performance: Contractor's place of business (for testing); equipment is for the 147th Attack Wing, Texas Air National Guard, Houston, TX.
- Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set Aside
- NAICS Code: 811310 (Small Business Size Standard: $12.5M)
- Product/Service Code: J049 - Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment
- Solicitation Number: W50S77-26-Q-0011
Submission & Evaluation
- Quote Submission Deadline: May 22, 2026, 2:00 PM CST. Quotes received after this deadline will not be evaluated.
- Evaluation Factors: Ability to meet technical capabilities and price. Past performance will not be evaluated.
- Award Intent: The Contracting Officer intends to make an award without discussions, but may hold discussions if deemed in the government's best interest.
- Amendments: All quotes must reference and acknowledge any posted amendments.
- Wage Determination: The Service Contract Act Wage Determination for Texas counties (including Harris County, Houston) applies, requiring bidders to account for minimum wage rates and fringe benefits.
Key Attachments
Attachments include technical information and procedures for the TPE331-10 Engine Lift Fixture (J-Hook), detailing its purpose, inspection requirements, and load testing steps. Images of the lift hook assembly with part numbers, load limits, and component lists are also provided.